Forest Green's Shocking Coaching Shake-Up: David Horseman Takes Over from Duncan Ferguson, Ending Hannah Dingley's Interim Reign

Forest Green's Shocking Coaching Shake-Up: David Horseman Takes Over from Duncan Ferguson, Ending Hannah Dingley's Interim Reign

Hannah Dingley made history as the first woman to lead a professional English Football League team, serving as Forest Green's interim head coach The team's pre-season draw at Melksham Town marked her stint before David Horseman, the former Southampton Under-23s coach, was appointed as the permanent manager Stay updated on the summer transfer window with Sky Sports

Forest Green have chosen David Horseman as their new head coach, concluding Hannah Dingley's significant interim period by the end of this month.

Dingley immediately assumed control of Forest Green after being appointed, overseeing a 1-1 pre-season friendly draw against Melksham Town. However, the League Two club has opted for Horseman, the coach of Southampton B team, as their new permanent manager. Nonetheless, Dingley will continue to lead the team for their upcoming two friendly matches against Coventry and Everton Under-21s.

Forest Green's Shocking Coaching Shake-Up: David Horseman Takes Over from Duncan Ferguson, Ending Hannah Dingley's Interim Reign

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David Dingley assumed responsibility for Forest Green's draw against Melksham Town.

Delighted with the appointment, Forest Green chairman Dale Vince, who appointed Dingley as interim head coach earlier this month, expressed his satisfaction, stating that David's extensive experience and contemporary approach align with the club's vision. Dingley's standout performance among over 100 applicants for the position further solidified his selection.

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